A cultural approach toward the notion of the instrument

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In the field of computer music research the development of new input devices for musical performance and sound interaction plays an important role. This paper explores the cultural implications embedded in the use and concept of the notion of the instrument in such fields. Cultural implications in this particular context are the meaning structures that evolve from knowledge expressed through language and developed through practices. The main focus of this inquiry is based on the potential to detect the impact of new computer music research on its socio-cultural environment. Concepts such as assemblage and ecology will propose alternative ways to address the hybrid relational (interdisciplinary) networks that create such input devices. This approach proposes alternative models to conceptualize interaction as performative relations between humans and nonhumans, as outlined in the domain of Science and Technology Studies. Computer research interweaves the cultural dimensions with a social context and foregrounds the political implications signified by its practices and technologies.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 2009 International Computer Music Conference, ICMC 2009 : International Computer Music Conference Proceedings; 16. - 21. August 2009, Montreal, QC, CanadaC
EditorsGary Scavone, Vincent Verfaille , Andrey da Silva
Number of pages4
Place of PublicationMontreal
PublisherMichigan Publishing
Publication date09.2009
Pages347-350
ISBN (print)9780971319271
Publication statusPublished - 09.2009
Externally publishedYes
EventInternational Computer Music Conference - 2009 - Schulich School of Music of McGill University, Montreal, United States
Duration: 16.08.200921.08.2009
https://www.cirmmt.org/activities/special/icmc2009

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